Introduction

The UNA would like to share a proposal for a new off-leash dog park at Wesbrook Place, designed to address the need for a dedicated space for dogs and their humans to enjoy while fostering community connection. We believe this amenity can add to the vibrancy of our neighbourhoods, and we want to shape it with your insights and ideas.

To learn more about the planning and design process, please explore the details provided on this page. We also invite you to attend our upcoming Open House, where our planning team will be available to discuss the project and answer any questions you may have. Additionally, we encourage you to participate in our community survey to share your feedback. Your input will be invaluable in shaping this new amenity.

Once we’ve gathered community feedback, our planning team will refine the park’s design, and updates will be shared in early 2025.

Important to Know

• History & Context: For some time now, the proposed site is already being used as an informal space for dogs to gather and play.
• Project Goals: The proposed dog park aims to provide a designated space for dogs to safely play and roam off-leash.
• Design Process: From site selection to final design, we worked with consultants to select a location and develop a design that best meets community needs. Now, we want your input and feedback!
• Funding Source: Funding for the dog park will come from the Community Works Fund. This fund is one of the funding streams from the Canada Community-Building Fund.

Planning for the Future School on This Site

This area has been earmarked as the site for a future elementary school.

The planning team developed an approximation of the future school site based on the City of Vancouver’s recently constructed schools at Lord Tennyson and Maple Grove.

We considered the approximation of the future school site to ensure the longevity of the dog park. The footprint of the school is consistent with the planned future school site.

Dog Park Features

• Separate Large and Small Dog Areas: The design features separated fenced areas for small and large dogs.
• Pedestrian Pathways: The design features looped pedestrian pathways within each of the fenced dog spaces. The project will further enhance external pathways, improving accessibility and connecting Webber Lane and Ross Drive to the core community space.
• Fencing: Both the small and large dog areas will be fenced with a controlled shared entry point.
• Play Terrain: The terrain within the dog spaces may feature the existing burm and ground cover, along with other design elements.
• Enhanced Open Passive Recreation Lawn: The design leaves plenty of open greenspace to enhance the passive recreation functions of the space.